Medical Assistant – Family Planning

Job Details
Level
Entry
Job Location
Akron Health Center – Akron, OH
Position Type
Full Time
Education Level
High School
 
Salary Range
$18.17 – $20.18 Hourly
Job Shift
Day
Job Category
Health Care
Description
Hiring Incentive: $1,000
$250 on first pay and then $750 on first pay following successful completion of 6 months.
Must still be employed, full/part-time, and in good standing at the time of each payout.
(Please note that amounts will be prorated for part-time hires)
As a socially responsible health care employer and provider, we require our associates to show proof of annual influenza and COVID-19 vaccinations unless approved exemption is provided. Additional information will be provided by HR upon hire.
Planned Parenthood of Greater Ohio is seeking mission-minded Associates to join us as a full-time (37.5 hours per week) Medical Assistant – Clinical Support to serve our patients at our Akron and Canton Health Centers.
SUMMARY
The Medical Assistant I – Clinical Support performs a variety of client care services in accordance with agency policies and in a courteous and professional manner. Provides general health and contraceptive information to clients, assists with medical procedures and performs clerical functions, while ensuring quality client care and excellent customer service. The Health Care Assistant provides direct services in family planning and, if assigned, abortion care and is responsible for customer service skills in person and on the telephone. Must be pleasant, courteous and helpful. Requires an understanding of and commitment to quality healthcare and excellence in customer service and practice these values in relation with internal and external customers.
WHY YOU SHOULD JOIN?
Our Mission
We protect, promote, and provide empowered health care for people throughout Ohio.
We respect and honor all people
We are committed to a diverse and inclusive environment for patients and staff
We provide health care – without judgment
We maintain responsible business practices
We regularly demonstrate our shared organizational workplace values and standards in order to educate and care for the communities that we serve
BENEFITS
Signing Bonus
Paid Time Off
Paid Parental Leave
Medical 90% employer-paid base medical plans for single coverage
Dental
Vision 100% employer paid
Life Insurance 100% employer paid
Accidental Death & Disability 100% employer paid
Long Term/Short Term Disability 100% employer paid
401(k) with matching employer contribution up to 4%
Nine (9) paid holidays per year
Two (2) Floating holidays per year
Financial incentive program for certified bilingual staff
Planned Parenthood respects and honors all people. Qualified associates who are fluent in a needed language (Spanish, Nepali, or Somali, depending on geographic service area) will earn a $1.00 per hour differential for two years following successful examination.
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT
At Planned Parenthood, we believe that effective onboarding and training is the foundation for a successful and thriving career. New Heath Services Associates will take part in a robust clinical training program with a mix of virtual, instructor led, and hands-on styles.
First Week: New Hire Orientation (Virtual with Human Resources), Health Services Orientation (Virtual with Clinical Training Team), Home Health Center Observations (On-Site)
Second Week: Training in Electronic Health System, EPIC (Computer Based), Home Health Center Training (On-Site instructor led at Home Site)
WHAT YOU WILL DO
Provide clients with accurate information regarding PPGOH services, including questions perta